Scientist/Engineer, Biological Sciences
(Job Code: SEBS)

The individual we seek will become an instrumental member of a group applying cellular, molecular, and biochemical approaches to a variety of problems ranging from therapeutic and diagnostic development; developing tools for working with small animal models; and biofuels process development.

Duties will include:

• Characterization and running of cell based and/or biochemical assays
  
  
• Implementing assigned laboratory tasks independently
  
  
• Maintaining clear records of experimental work
  
  
• Quantitative analysis of data
  
  
• Organizing, reporting and communicating results from experiments.
  
  

Must have demonstrated proficiency in data processing or data management, excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment, Laboratory experience in cellular and molecular biology, and biochemistry is required.

BS/MS in cellular, molecular biology and 1-3 years experience in the running of cell based or biochemical assays.




• US Citizen or Permanent Resident only.

Sonar Program Manager
(Job Code: SPM)

• Physical Sciences Inc. is looking for a creative manager to lead our programs in advanced sonar signal processing. The program manager will be responsible for the technical and cost management of existing programs including schedules, budgets, and work statements, and manage subcontractors as well as customer interface. The program manager will also create and manage concept-stage programs to result in follow-on prototype development programs and fleet transition as well as lead proposal and new business development activities.
  
  
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 to 10 years experience in the management of sonar and signal programs as a contractor or government manager, a minimum of an MS in engineering or applied mathematics, and at least 10 years of engineering design and development experience in positions of increasing responsibility.
  
  
• The candidate will also have solid engineering experience in one or more of the following disciplines: digital signal processing, data processing and analysis, acoustic systems, or ocean engineering and will have a demonstrated ability to innovate, have excellent presentation and communication skills, and possess an active or recent security clearance.
  
  

Scientific Programmer
(Job Code: SCP)

Physical Sciences Inc, located in Andover, MA seeks a highly qualified candidate to join a growing information exploitation research group (within our Defense Systems Division) who has an interest in transitioning academic research into real-world applications related to spectral analysis and chem-bio defense systems. The successful candidate will support existing and new-start research programs funded by various government agencies including DARPA, AFRL, ONR, DTRA, JPEO-CBD, and others.

This job announcement is an exciting opportunity to be on the ground floor of a program to use passive multispectral imagery of hazardous gas clouds, coupled with the techniques of computed tomography, to produce real-time three dimensional profiles of these clouds as they move through battlefield, test range, and civilian environments. This complex problem requires the use of sophisticated background estimation and single-pixel target signature matching algorithms coupled with the use of tomographic algorithms that have to react to dynamic changes in sensor positioning and pointing. Our approach will culminate in the demonstration of a networked sensor system that exploits these approaches to dynamically track clouds over hundreds of square kilometers from both ground and airborne platforms.

We are seeking candidates with PHD, MS or 10+ years experience in computer science, imaging science or related field. Skill required will include scientific application development to implement image processing algorithms. The candidate should be proficient in MATLAB, IDL and C/C++ programming languages and have a strong background in image processing, remote sensing or spectral applications. Experience in application design and multi-threading for parallel processing a plus. Familiarity in knowledge based system and learning machines would be helpful. Specific responsibilities will include working with Principle Investigators on developing applications to support information processing, algorithm development and end-to-end system development. Candidates will be evaluated not only for their ability to powerfully contribute to these programs, but also their ability, enthusiasm and vision for developing future research programs through identifying high-value opportunities and over time producing a successful track record in proposal outcomes. Previous success in these types of activities is a plus, but is not necessarily required for the available positions (especially for candidates early in their career).

Candidates should have a Ph.D. or MS with 10 years of experience.

• US Citizenship Required.

Application Developer
(Job Code: APD)

Physical Sciences Inc, located in Andover, MA seeks a highly qualified candidate to join a growing information exploitation research group (within our Defense Systems Division) who has an interest in transitioning academic research into real-world applications related to spectral analysis and chem.-bio defense systems. The successful candidate will support existing and new-start research programs funded by various government agencies including DARPA, AFRL, ONR, DTRA, JPEO-CBD, and others.

We are seeking candidates who are recent graduates in computer science, imaging science or related field with MS or PHD. Skills required are scientific programming and application development for implementation of image processing applications. The candidate must be familiar with MATLAB, IDL and C/C++ programming languages. A background in image processing, remote sensing and spectral applications would be beneficial. Responsibilities will include working with researchers on developing application to support information processing, algorithm development and end-to-end implementation of scientific applications. Candidates will be evaluated not only for their ability to contribute to programs, but also their ability, enthusiasm and vision for developing future research programs. Previous success in these types of activities is a plus, but is not necessarily required for the available positions.

An M.S.E.E. or Ph.D. EE or Computer Sciences is required.

• US Citizenship Required.

Weapon System Effectiveness Engineer
(Job Code: WSEE)

The candidate we seek must have established credentials in the evaluation of weapon system effectiveness for kinetic energy systems. Understanding of end game dynamics, pre- and post-intercept optical and radar signatures and data analysis procedures is desirable. Must be skilled in the development of discrimination and kill assessment algorithms.

Must be a highly motivated individual, who can work independently performing studies, have strong leadership skills to direct and mange the work of others, established credentials, excellent skills working with customers, experience in program management, developing program plans, lead proposal development, and marketing DoD exploratory and advanced technology development programs.

Masters degree required, Ph.D. preferred. Must have at least 5+ years experience.

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Impact Physics
(Job Code: IP)

The candidate we seek must have a strong background in impact dynamics, damage, lethality, planning of experiments, data reduction and analysis. Must be skilled in understanding penetration dynamics and performance of inert vs. reactive materials and associated chemistry.

Must be a highly motivated individual, who can work independently performing studies, have strong leadership skills to direct and mange the work of others, established credentials, excellent skills working with customers, experience in program management, developing program plans, author proposals, marketing DoD exploratory and advanced technology development programs.

Masters degree required, Ph.D. preferred. Must have at least 5+ years experience.

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Analyst
(Job Code: AN)

The candidate we seek must have a strong background in physics and applied mathematics in the fields applicable to impact physics, orbital mechanics, optical and radar signatures. Must be skilled performing analyses using commercially available programs as well as developing original numerical models. Physical understanding of models and interpretation of the results is required.

Masters degree preferred.

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Signal Processing Specialist
(Job Code: SPS)

Physical Sciences Inc. is seeking an individual with strong Digital Signal Processing skills to join our staff. The ideal candidate will have 5 - 10 years of experience developing advanced signal processing algorithms and implementing high throughput digital signal processing electronics designs including DSPs and FPGAs. The candidate must be familiar with current DSP processors, architectures, and compilers. Familiarity with Xilinx FPGA families and associated design tools is a significant plus. The candidate must have a demonstrated track record of leading a DSP system development project from requirements definition through detailed hardware, software, and firmware design and implementation. The candidate must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.

An M.S.E.E. or Ph.D. EE or Computer Sciences is required.

• US Citizenship Required

Information Exploitation Scientist
(Job Code: IES)

Physical Sciences Inc, located in Andover, MA seeks a highly qualified candidate to join a growing information exploitation research group (within our Defense Systems Division) who has an interest in transitioning academic research into real-world applications across a range of ground, airborne, and space-based sensor platforms. The successful candidate will support existing and new-start research programs funded by various government agencies including DARPA, AFRL, ONR, DTRA, JPEO-CBD, and others.

This specific job announcement follows from an exciting opportunity to be on the ground floor of a new JPEO-CBD/DTRA program to use passive multispectral imagery of hazardous gas clouds, coupled with the techniques of medical computed tomography, to produce real-time three dimensional profiles of these clouds as they move through battlefield, test range, and civilian environments. This complex problem requires the use of sophisticated background estimation and single-pixel target signature matching algorithms coupled with the use of tomographic algorithms that have to react to dynamic changes in sensor positioning and pointing. Our approach will culminate in the demonstration of a networked sensor system that exploits these approaches to dynamically track clouds over hundreds of square kilometers from both ground and airborne platforms.

Although we require special support for exciting new-start programs, candidates will be evaluated not only for their ability to powerfully contribute to these programs, but also their ability, enthusiasm and vision for developing future research programs through identifying high-value opportunities, performing effective marketing, composing high quality teams and over time producing a successful track record in proposal outcomes. Previous success in these types of activities is a plus, but is not necessarily required for the available positions (especially for candidates early in their career).

Candidates must be skilled in academic research while at the same time display willingness and ability to work effectively in a competitive industry and a work environment with high expectations. We highly value candidates who are self-directed yet are good team players, goal and success oriented, and whose track record suggests a high likelihood of not only successfully executing on the current and new projects that we have, but who can also flourish in our environment and develop their own significant new starts. We seek candidates who will share in the excitement that we have for our work, provide leadership for various complex problem areas, independently develop creative solution strategies, and work successfully in multi-disciplinary academic/industry teams.

We expect that most qualified candidates will have acquired substantial domain expertise in disciplines such as experimental and theoretical physics, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, geophysics, and large-scale scientific computation (including parallel computing). Expertise in statistical decision theory, mathematical pattern recognition, and/or array signal processing methods as well as programming experience with Matlab or IDL is required. Working knowledge of C++ is desirable. The position will include the responsibility for designing and performing experiments, and interpreting and presenting data. Experience with optical system design and fabrication is desirable. Finally, the ideal candidates will have excellent writing and presentation skills.

Candidates having familiarity with algorithms for Automatic Target Recognition and real-time signal processing hardware suitable for algorithm implementation, experience designing signal processing hardware (FPGA, DSP) or processing hyperspectral, sonar and/or radar data are strongly encouraged to apply.

Candidates should have a Ph.D.

• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required

Battery Scientist
(Job Code: BAS)

• Materials Scientist or Physical Chemist
  
  
• Expertise in the fabrication and characterization of primary/secondary batteries
  
  
• Must be able to work and communicate well within a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers
  
  
• Additional knowledge of polymer processing a plus
  
  
• Responsible for designing and performing experiments, and interpreting and presenting data
  
  
• Capable report and proposal author; excellent written and verbal communications skills required
  
  
• Ph.D. degree and 0 to 5 years experience in Materials Chemistry is required
  
  
• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Nanotechnology Scientist/Manager
(Job Code: NSM)

• Materials Scientist or Physical Chemist
  
  
• Expertise in the fabrication and characterization of SWNT and MWNT, Nanoparticles, nanocomposites and nanofibers, surface functionalization and chemistry, and thin film devices is required
  
  
• Must be able to work and communicate well within a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers
  
  
• Additional knowledge of electrochemical devices a plus
  
  
• Responsible for designing and performing experiments, and interpreting and presenting data
  
  
• Supervise the activities of a diverse group of scientists and engineers
  
  
• Knowledge of project and financial management helpful
  
  
• Capable report and proposal author
  
  
• Ph.D. degree and 5+ years experience in Materials Chemistry is required
  
  
• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Optical Applications Scientist/Engineer
(Job Code: OAS)

• Innovative researcher for development of industrial and military electro-optical control, automation, and monitoring devices
  
  
• Optical design and interfacing of optical, mechanical, and electronic subsystems (Zemax, SolidWorks, C++, Matlab)
  
  
• Grant writing and leadership abilities to grow R&D programs under government, academic and commercial funding
  
  
• Supervising the activities of a diverse group of scientists and engineers
  
  
• Self-motivated individual dedicated to successful product development from concept to sellable device
  
  
• 5 years of industrial R&D experience in a contract R&D environment
  
  
• Ph.D. or equivalent experience in Physics, EE, or other field related to electro-optical instrumentation
  
  
• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Instrumentation Engineer
(Job Code: INE)

• Individual with diverse engineering skills for designing, packaging, and testing sophisticated optical sensors
  
  
• Fundamental knowledge of optics and optical components, digital and analog electronics and electronic components
  
  
• Good sense of mechanical design and software development skills are required
  
  
• Preferred candidates will have experience with computer design tools, such as SolidWorks, Zemax, and OrCAD, and will be comfortable working in a laboratory environment testing their designs
  
  
• BS degree in an Engineering discipline is required, and 3-5 years of additional education or work experience is desirable, but not essential
  
  
• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Principal Research Materials & Structures Scientist/Engineer
(Job Code: PRMS)

• Creative scientist or engineer with a strong technical background in developing composite and/or ceramic materials technologies
  
  
• Will lead and perform programs and meet technical objectives, schedule, and budget to fulfill program deliverables
  
  
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills are essential to effectively interact with customers, management, engineering/science staff, suppliers, and subcontractors
  
  
• PhD or professional experience in Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering is required
  
  
• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency required

Technical Business Manager
(Job Code: TXBM)

• Exceptional individual with prestigious technical background to develop and lead contract R&D business programs
  
  
• Will work with multidisciplinary staff to create and focus program concepts, assemble teams, market and produce successful proposal activities
  
  
• Requires PhD or MS degree plus 10 to 20 years demonstrated leadership experience in government funded Research and Development
  
  
• US Citizenship is required

System Scientist/Engineer
(Job Code: SSE)

Physical Sciences Inc., headquartered in Andover, MA, seeks a highly qualified candidate to join its growing Denver, CO research group, who has an interest in transitioning academic research into real-world applications related to sensors, robotics, materials, and associated engineering. The successful candidate will support existing and new-start research programs funded by various government agencies including ONR, DoE, DARPA, AFRL, NIH, and others.

• Seeking candidate who is skilled in system development, instrument design, and software development for a broad range of real-world applications including shipboard robotics development and innovative damage control systems for the Navy, and idea generation for expansion into new areas.
  
  
• Candidate should be familiar with MATLAB and C/C++ programming languages.
  
  
• A background in developing sensor and experimental systems would be beneficial.
  
  
• Responsibilities will include working with researchers on developing application to support ongoing automation and engineering challenges.
  
  
• Candidate will be evaluated not only for their ability to contribute to programs, but also their ability, enthusiasm and vision for developing future research programs.
  
  
• An MS or PhD degree in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field is required.
  
  
• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Senior Scientist/Engineer
(Job Code: SRE)

Physical Sciences Inc, headquartered in Andover, MA, seeks a highly qualified candidate to join its growing Denver, CO research group, who has an interest in design, test, and evaluation of experimental technologies related to sensors, robotics, materials, and associated engineering. The successful candidate will support existing and new-start research programs for a broad range of real-world applications including shipboard robotics development and innovative damage control systems for the Navy and other research programs funded by various government agencies. Requirements include:

• Individual with diverse engineering skills for designing, packaging, and testing sophisticated electro-optical-mechanical systems such as robotics, sensors, and automation solutions.
  
  
• Fundamental knowledge of optics and optical components, digital and analog electronics and electronic components.
  
  
• Good sense of mechanical design and software development skills are required.
  
  
• Preferred candidates will have experience with computer design tools, such as SolidWorks, Zemax, and OrCAD, and will be comfortable working in a laboratory environment testing their designs.
  
  
• BS degree in an Engineering discipline is required, and 3-5 years of additional education or work experience is desirable.
  
  
• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Aerospace Engineer/Scientist
(Job Code: AES)

Physical Sciences Inc. is seeking a highly qualified candidate to join its San Francisco Operations located in San Ramon, CA. The successful candidate will participate in execution of the existing programs in the space exploration technologies area, and in developing future R&D programs by identifying opportunities, marketing and proposal preparation. Working experience in aerospace industries is desirable, but entry level candidates with a strong record of technical achievement will be considered. Requirements for the successful candidate are:

• Sound background in Mechanical Engineering and Applied Physics.
  
  
• Qualifications and enthusiasm in developing new and innovative hardware systems in propulsion, power and space exploration areas.
  
  
• Skills in communication and proposal preparation for new R&D programs.
  
  
• Advanced degrees in an engineering/science discipline: Ph.D. or M.S. with 5 years of experience.
  
  
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Laser Applications Scientist/Engineer
(Job Code: LASE)

Seeking a scientist or engineer to participate in ongoing research projects to develop novel sources of coherent terahertz radiation and apply them to chemical sensing.

• This individual will work with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists and engineers on the design, fabrication, and testing of prototype optical systems.
  
  
• Will initiate and develop new R&D programs under government and commercial funding.
  
  
• Experience with ultrafast laser systems is desired.
  
  
• Ph.D. degree in Applied Physics, Optics, Electrical Engineering, Physical Chemistry or closely-related field, along with 2-5 years of post-degree experience, is preferred.
  
  
• U.S. Citizenship is required

Laser Physicist
(Job Code: LP)

Responsible for technical activities related to contract research and development of new diode-pumped solid state lasers, fiber lasers, laser systems and/or associated nonlinear optics. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and provide the necessary oral and written reports of efforts to other staff and customers. Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry or Electrical Engineering and/or MS combined with suitable industrial/postgraduate experience.

• US Citizenship or Permanent Residency Required.

Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer
(Job Code: SROME)

Research Support Instruments is currently seeking a multidisciplinary individual with primary emphasis in Opto-mechanical design talent to work on space flight hardware. This position will be supporting a major NASA flight program performing opto-mechanical design, mechanical analyses, and I&T activities on GSE systems.

Desirable abilities include finite element modeling and analysis, dynamic mechanical analysis, systems engineering, optical system analysis and tolerance (STOP), flight hardware design, test system and GSE development and certification.

Flight instrument or flight GSE design and analysis experience required along with optical system design, FEA (Nastran), loads, stress, FMEA and mechanical design for optical systems. Must be proficient with ProE, Solidworks, mechanisms, telescopes, refractive and diffractive optics mounting, space qualified materials, and have I&T and lab experience.

BS Degree (advanced degree preferred) in Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or Optics with 7 years experience.

• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Senior Optitcal Systems Engineer
(Job Code: SROSE)

Research Support Instruments is currently seeking a multidisciplinary individual with primary emphasis in optical systems design to work on space flight hardware. This position will be supporting NASA, NRL, and MDA programs performing systems concept development, design, analyses, hardware development, I&T, operations and data analysis (complete spaceflight instrument hardware lifecycle).

Desirable abilities include optical design, stray-light analysis, flight hardware design, test system development and certification, and optical remote sensor concept design and development.

Flight instrument or flight GSE design and analysis experience required along with optical design and analysis, I&T experience (test facility certification), lab test, lab hardware development and astronomy. Must be proficient with telescopes, cameras, arrays, optical element/system design, image analysis, optical system performance, interferometry, metrology, stray-light analysis, Ladar, Altimetry, DIAL and radiometry.

MS Degree in Physic, Optics or Systems Engineering with 3+ years experience or BS Degree with 7+ year's experience.

• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Principal Optical Scientist
(Job Code: POSC)

Research Support Instruments is currently seeking a multidisciplinary individual with primary emphasis in optical remote sensing for space flight systems. This position will be supporting NASA, NRL, and MDA programs performing systems concept development, design, analyses, science data analysis, hardware development, I&T, operations and data analysis (complete spaceflight instrument hardware lifecycle).

The successful candidate will have sufficient expertise and recognition as an expert in his/her specialty to be a principal investigator on space flight missions. Experience as a co-investigator with published results for flight sensors/programs is strongly desired. Sensor concept and proposal development and marketing are an essential element of this position. Must have experience in flight instrument development, experiment planning and data analysis, optical design and analysis, I&T experience, lab test, lab hardware development, focal plane arrays, telescopes, image analysis, optical system performance, interferometry, metrology, Ladar, Altimetry, DIAL, and radiometry, etc.

Ph.D. (or MS with sufficient background) and 10 years experience. A strong systems background in the engineering development of space flight hardware is desired.

• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Senior Mechanical Engineer
(Job Code: SRME)

Research Support Instruments is currently seeking an engineer with a breadth of experience, a systems approach, and a hardware development background. Desirable abilities include: finite element modeling and analysis, dynamic mechanical analysis, systems engineering, flight hardware design, test system and GSE development and certification, fabrication and assembly of complex mechanical systems.

Must have experience in the following: electro-mechanical mechanisms, robotics, sensor systems, structures, composite materials, rapid prototyping, FEA (Nastran), loads, stress, FMEA, mechanical design for optical systems, ProE, Solidworks, mechanisms, space qualified materials, I&T experience, and lab experience.

BSME and 7 years experience (advanced degree a plus).

• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Senior Mechanical Engineer
(Job Code: SME)

Research Support Instruments is currently seeking an engineer with experience in the development of electro-mechanical subsystems for aerospace applications. Desirable abilities include: finite element modeling and analysis, flight hardware design, test system and GSE development fabrication and assembly of complex electro-mechanical systems such as doors, shutters, precision focus mechanisms, etc.

Must have experience in the following: electro-mechanical mechanisms, robotics, sensor systems, structures, composite materials, rapid prototyping, FEA (Nastran), loads, stress, FMEA, mechanical design for optical systems, ProE, Solidworks, mechanisms, space qualified materials, I&T experience, and lab experience.

BSME and 7 years experience (advanced degree a plus).

• US Citizen or Permanent Residency Required.

Laser Scientist/Engineer
(Job Code: RSILSE)

• Experience in high power femtosecond chirped pulse amplification laser is especially useful
  
  
• Experience in laser and laser/plasma interaction diagnostics is also highly desirable
  
  
• Expected to assist NRL and other scientists on multi-disciplinary research programs that rely on the consistent operation of many different specialized lasers and the development of diagnostics for these lasers as well as for the experiments in which they are involved
  
  
• College or post-graduate degree in electrical, opto-electronics or laser engineering or physics and 3 or more years experience in operating and maintaining high power pulsed lasers